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Practice for the TOEIC® Test for Interchange 2BPrepared for DuocUC

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The Practice for the TOEIC® Test for Interchange series is an innovative effort betweenCambridge University Press and DuocUC. It is designed to integrate all levels of the DuocUCEnglish Program with support materials developed specifically to deliver better academic resultsas measured by the TOEIC® Test.

About the DuocUC English ProgramLed by TEFL-certified EFL instructors, the DuocUC English Program emphasizes development of all four language skills (listening, reading, writing, and speaking) via a communicative approach carried out in small groups. The Program offers students the opportunity to improve their English language skills as a work-force competency, while systematically preparing for the TOEIC® Test.

About the TOEIC® Listening and Reading TestThe TOEIC® Listening and Reading Test is a test of international English that is taken every year by approximately 4.5 million students and business professionals in different countries around the world. The two-hour test includes 200 multiple-choice questions and is divided into two sections: Listening and Reading. There are 100 questions in each section.

In addition to being an internationally recognized benchmark examination, the TOEIC® Test is used by the DuocUC English Program to measure individual progress and to provide access to an internationally recognized certificate for all participants.

Practice for the TOEIC® Test for Interchange provides contextualized review of specific TOEIC® skills for each unit. Opportunities to practice all skills are covered within this booklet. The complete TOEIC® Test has the following parts:

ListeningPart 1: PhotographsPart 2: Question-ResponsePart 3: ConversationsPart 4: Talks

Reading Part 5: Incomplete Sentences Part 6: Text CompletionPart 7: Reading Comprehension

This material was designed as a complementary tool for both teachers and students. It is meant to enhance classroom focus, student language production, TOEIC® Test performance, and – most important of all – the engagement of the entire class in the art and science of learning a foreign language.

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1DuocUC Practice for the TOEIC® Test n Interchange Level 2B n Unit 1

1 LISTENING (Part 4: Talks)

Directions: You will hear some talks given by a single speaker. You will be asked to answer three questions about what the speaker says in each talk. Select the best response to each question. Then circle the letter (A), (B), (C), or (D). The talks will not be printed in your book and will be spoken only one time.

Review for Unit 1

1. Who is the speaker?

(A) A student (B) A salesperson (C) A teacher (D) A writer

2. How did the speaker feel about her typewriter?

(A) She liked it a lot. (B) She thought it was better than a computer. (C) She thought it was too slow. (D) She thought it should go in the attic.

3. How does the speaker feel about the way we correspond today? (A) She misses her typewriter. (B) She wishes more people sent handwritten letters. (C) She agrees that things were better in the past. (D) She thinks the modern way is simpler and better.

4. What is the talk mainly about?

(A) Ways to keep your work area comfortable (B) Ways to avoid spending too much time on a computer (C) Ways to avoid injuries from computer work (D) Ways to control stress at work

5. According to the speaker, what will happen if your keyboard is too high?

(A) You won’t keep your wrists straight. (B) You’ll keep your arms near your sides. (C) You won’t bend your wrists. (D) Your shoulders will be in a relaxed position.

6. What does the speaker suggest if you’re feeling stressed when you’re on the computer? (A) Take a short vacation. (B) Take a long walk. (C) Take the rest of the day off. (D) Leave your computer for a few minutes.

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7. Who is the speaker?

(A) A math teacher (B) A radio-show host (C) A TV talk-show host (D) A news reporter

8. Which sentence is true about most people, according to the speaker?

(A) They used to work more hours than they do now. (B) They used to work fewer hours than they do now. (C) They like their jobs more now than they used to. (D) They’ll probably work longer hours in the future.

9. According to the speaker, in which country do people work about 1,974 hours a year? (A) The United States (B) Brazil (C) Chile (D) South Korea


10. When I was in high school, my friends and I used to ............. to the mall almost every day.

(A) went (B) go (C) going (D) gone

11. Sometime in the future, we might ............. flying cars.

(A) going to drive (B) will drive (C) to drive (D) drive

12. In the past, many people lived in the country. These days, populations in our cities ............. very fast. (A) grew (B) grow (C) are growing (D) have grown

13. If you ............. your car everywhere, you’ll save money on gas.

(A) didn’t drive (B) won’t drive (C) haven’t driven (D) don’t drive

14. If I find a better job, I’ll ............. move to a nicer apartment.

(A) might (B) can (C) be able to (D) going to

15. We ............. a new house a few years ago.

(A) used to buy (B) have bought (C) may buy (D) bought

2 READING (Part 5: Incomplete Sentences)

Directions: A word or phrase is missing in each of the items below. Four answer choices are given below each item. Select the best answer to complete the item. Then circle the letter (A), (B), (C), or (D). Example

............. your class in the morning? (A) Is (B) Are (C) Am (D) Be

The only present form of “be” that can go with “your class” is “is,” so you should circle answer (A).



16. If we ............. the problem now, air and water pollution will get worse and worse.

(A) aren’t solving (B) don’t solve (C) won’t solve (D) didn’t solve

17. If you stop eating so many snacks, you ............. some weight.

(A) may lose (B) probably lose (C) maybe lose (D) lose


Review for Unit 2

1 LISTENING (Part 1: Photographs)

Directions: You will hear four statements about a picture in your book. When you hear the statements, you must select the one statement that best describes what you see in the picture. Circle your answer – (A), (B), (C), or (D). The statements will not be printed in your book and will be spoken only one time.

Example You will see:

You will hear: Now listen to the four statements. (A) He cares for patients. (B) He works in a fast-food place. (C) He serves passengers. (D) He builds houses.

Statement (C), “He serves passengers,” is the best description of the picture, so you should circle answer (C).



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2 READING (Part 7: Reading Comprehension)

Directions: You will read two texts. The texts are followed by several questions. Select the best answer for each question. Then circle the letter (A), (B), (C), or (D).

Questions 9–12 refer to the following job ads.

CLASSIFIEDS

Assistant accountant

Are you the type who likes to solve problems and analyze financial data? If so, this job is for you because it requires a creative person who is level-headed. You must be good at math and numbers. You need to be able to work alone as well as on team projects. No weekend work. Send your résumé to National Accounting Firm at [email protected].

Office manager

Immediate opening for an office manager with good computer skills. Excellent spoken and written English also needed. One other foreign language would be useful. We are looking for a creative person who can be a good co-worker. Some evenings and Saturdays may be necessary. This is an interesting job for someone who is hardworking, organized, and good at solving problems. Contact Mr. Sawyer at Horizon Travel Agency at (917) 555-9042.

Salesclerk

We have a vacancy for a salesclerk in our downtown store. Five years’ sales experience and high school diploma desired. Weekend work required. This is a good job for a reliable and patient person who likes meeting people and helping customers. Good salary, health insurance, and vacation time. Interviews next week from 9 A.M. to noon. Ask for Mr. Thompson.

Advertising assistant

We’re looking for an assistant for our busy manager. We need someone who is organized and efficient. One year’s experience and college diploma required. Applicants should be interested in working independently and good at making decisions quickly. Hours: 9–5 M-F. Send your résumé to 1675 York Ave., NYC 10128.


9. For which job should applicants call for more information?

(A) Assistant accountant (B) Office manager (C) Salesclerk (D) Advertising assistant

10. For which job do you need a college degree?


11. Which job offers benefits?


12. Someone is looking for a job but can’t work weekends. Which jobs should he or she not apply for?

(A) Assistant accountant and Office manager (B) Salesclerk and Advertising assistant (C) Assistant accountant and Advertising assistant (D) Office manager and Salesclerk



Questions 13–16 refer to this article.

Personality TypesWhat makes people the way they are? Why do some people get angry easily, others always seem to be in a good mood, while others are often depressed? The early Greek doctor Hippocrates thought that personality was linked to the fluids in the human body: the blood, the bile, the black bile, and the phlegm. These fluids were called the four humors. Hippocrates believed that inside each person, one kind of body fluid was dominant and that this fluid – or humor – caused a tendency toward a particular kind of behavior.

If the blood (sanguinis) was dominant, the person was sanguine, or cheerful, and willing to help others. If the yellow bile of the liver (called choler) was the most important, the person would be irritable and bad-tempered. If the person was often sad and depressed, the black liquid of the spleen and kidneys (melan-choler) was blamed. And the person who had too much phlegm (the thick mucus of the nose and throat) was calm and level-headed.

Today we know that personality results from a combination of lifestyle and natural factors, and has little or nothing to do with body fluids. However, even today the words remain: humorous, sanguine, choleric, melancholy, phlegmatic. Although psychologists no longer use them, they have become part of the common vocabulary – with some changes, of course. For example, saying a person is humorous means that the person laughs and makes others laugh, from the idea of having “good” humor.

13. According to the article, what did the early Greeks know?

(A) There are different fluids in the human body. (B) Everyone shows the same basic behavior. (C) People who laugh a lot are humorous. (D) Personality is the result of lifestyle factors.

14. What was humor for the early Greeks?

(A) A body part (B) A natural fluid (C) A personality type (D) An internal organ

15. Which fluid did Hippocrates believe was dominant in a happy person?

(A) Blood (B) Bile (C) Black bile (D) Phlegm

16. Which word probably describes someone who is practical and doesn’t get excited easily?

(A) Sanguine (B) Choleric (C) Melancholy (D) Phlegmatic


Review for Unit 3

1 LISTENING (Part 2: Question-Response)

Directions: You will hear a question or statement and three responses. They will not be printed in your book and will be spoken only one time. Select the best response to each question or statement. Then circle the letter (A), (B), or (C).

Example You will hear: I’m sorry. What’s your name again? You will also hear: (A) I’m from Chile. (B) She’s Ms. Sato. (C) It’s Patty Mendez.

The best response to the question “What’s your name again?” is choice (C), “It’s Patty Mendez,” so (C) is the correct answer. You should circle answer (C).

1. (A) (B) (C)

2. (A) (B) (C)

3. (A) (B) (C)

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2 READING (Part 6: Text Completion)

Directions: Read the text that follows. A word or phrase is missing in some of the sentences. Four answer choices are given below each of the sentences. Select the best answer to complete the text. Circle the letter (A), (B), (C), or (D). Example

I’m a student, and I ............. a part-time job. (A) make (B) am (C) have (D) do

The correct verb for this sentence is “have,” so (C) is the correct answer. You should circle answer (C).


COME TO PUERTO RICO!

The island of Puerto Rico ............. between the waters of the Caribbean Sea and the Atlantic Ocean. 9. (A) locate (B) is located (C) located (D) was located

Its mild subtropical climate is delightful, with temperatures ranging from 73°F to 79°F. Our lowest temperature (40°F) ............. almost 100 years ago, so leave your winter coats at home.

10. (A) was recorded (B) recorded (C) is recorded (D) are recorded

There are many beautiful hotels on the island. And you’ll find plenty of places to eat. One of our most popular seafood items – bacalao, or salt cod – ............. from New England. It ............. in many

11. (A) was imported 12. (A) cooks (B) were imported (B) was cooked (C) imports (C) is cooked (D) is imported (D) is cooking

different ways. Try them all!

A visit to Puerto Rico should start in Old San Juan. El Morro, a fort that protected San Juan Harbor, ............. over a period of more than 200 years and is a fascinating sight. Don’t spend too long

13. (A) is built (B) was built (C) built (D) were built

at El Morro, though: There’s a lot more to see in Old San Juan.

When you’re in San Juan, don’t forget to check out the stores and galleries. Beautiful arts and crafts ............. young artists. Crafts ............. every weekend at several markets, too. 14. (A) made 15. (A) sell (B) made by (B) sold (C) is made by (C) are selling (D) are made by (D) are sold

A lot more information ............. on our website: cometopr.com. So learn about our lovely 16. (A) prints (B) printed (C) is printed (D) are printed

home: And come to Puerto Rico!

Questions 9–16 refer to the following advertisement.


Review for Unit 4

1. Where are the speakers?

(A) In a video store (B) In a bookstore (C) At the woman’s apartment (D) At the man’s house

2. What is the man going to do when he finishes the novel he’s borrowing?

(A) See the movie (B) Lend it to a friend (C) Give it back (D) Keep it for a few weeks

3. Which sentence is true about the speakers? (A) The man has read the novel Atonement, but he hasn’t seen the movie. (B) The man has read the novel Atonement, and he has seen the movie. (C) The woman has read the novel Atonement, and she has seen the movie. (D) The woman hasn’t read the novel Atonement, and neither has the man.

4. What category of movie is The Green Hornet?

(A) Horror (B) Comedy (C) Action (D) Animated

5. According to the woman, where did The Green Hornet never appear?

(A) On the radio (B) In a novel (C) On television (D) In a comic book

6. How does the man describe Seth Rogen? (A) As “the very funny actor who is going to play The Green Hornet” (B) As “the incredibly talented Canadian actor who has made a lot of movies” (C) As “the Canadian actor who was in the movie Anchorman” (D) As “the fascinating actor that starred in the funniest movie ever made”

1 LISTENING (Part 3: Conversations)

Directions: You will hear some conversations between two people. You will be asked to answer three questions about what the speakers say in each conversation. Select the best response to each question. Then circle the letter (A), (B), (C), or (D). The conversations will not be printed in your book and will be spoken only one time. Example You will hear: A: What kind of movies do you like, Dora? B: I love thrillers. Do you like them, too? A: Well, no. I don’t like thrillers very much. But I like science-fiction films. You will also hear: What kind of movies does the woman like?

You will read: What kind of movies does the woman like? (A) Science fiction (B) Thrillers (C) Horror (D) Westerns

The woman says, “I love thrillers,” so (B) is the correct answer. You should circle answer (B).


7. Why didn’t the woman like the movie?

(A) She didn’t like the star. (B) She thought the special effects were bad. (C) She thinks Harry Potter movies are better than James Bond films. (D) She didn’t think the story was very original.

8. According to the information in the conversation, which sentence is true?

(A) The Harry Potter movies have made more than 4 billion dollars. (B) The James Bond film series has made less than the Harry Potter series. (C) The Harry Potter movies have made less than 4 billion dollars. (D) The James Bond movies have made less than 4 billion dollars.

9. What is probably going to happen right after the end of this conversation? (A) A commercial is going to come on. (B) The show is going to end. (C) The TV station is going to show the new James Bond movie. (D) The actor Daniel Craig is going to join the speakers.



10. The concert was ............. . I didn’t like the music, and the singer didn’t have a good voice.

(A) terrific (B) terrible (C) outstanding (D) marvelous

11. This book is really ............. . I started reading it this morning, and I can’t put it down.

(A) disgusting (B) silly (C) dreadful (D) fascinating

12. The movie had a very .............. ending. I really didn’t think it would end like that. (A) surprised (B) bizarre (C) excited (D) confused

13. George Clooney is an actor .............. has starred both on TV and in movies.

(A) which (B) that he (C) who (D) what

14. It’s a Wonderful Life is an old movie .............. is often shown on TV during the month of December.

(A) which (B) who (C) it (D) that it

15. I think baseball is .............., but several fantastic movies have been made about the sport.

(A) bored (B) bores (C) boring (D) bore

16. I’m not interested .............. horror movies, but I love science-fiction films. (A) at (B) by (C) with (D) in

17. Mamma Mia! is a play .............. was made into a movie. (A) who (B) that (C) whose (D) what

2 READING (Part 5: Incomplete Sentences)

Directions: A word or phrase is missing in each of the items below. Four answer choices are given below each item. Select the best answer to complete the item. Then circle the letter (A), (B), (C), or (D). Example

............. your class in the morning? (A) Is (B) Are (C) Am (D) Be

The only present form of “be” that can go with “your class” is “is,” so you should circle answer (A).


Review for Unit 5


(A) At a store (B) At someone’s home (C) In an office (D) At a restaurant

2. What does the woman want to know?

(A) What a rule means (B) What time class starts (C) Who her teacher is (D) How she can make up work

3. What isn’t the man allowed to do? (A) Ask teachers what they mean (B) Miss more than one class (C) Change a teacher’s rules (D) Help students

4. What does the man think the lines on the road mean?

(A) Drivers can’t pass there. (B) Drivers are allowed to pass there. (C) Drivers have to pass there. (D) Drivers can go slower there.

5. Which sentence is true about the speakers?

(A) They’re going to turn right. (B) They’re going to turn left. (C) They’re going to change lanes. (D) They’re going to go straight.

6. What does the man probably think of the woman’s driving? (A) He thinks she drives too slowly. (B) He thinks she drives too fast. (C) He thinks she’s a dreadful driver. (D) He thinks she’s an outstanding driver.

1 LISTENING (Part 3: Conversations)

Directions: You will hear some conversations between two people. You will be asked to answer three questions about what the speakers say in each conversation. Select the best response to each question. Then circle the letter (A), (B), (C), or (D). The conversations will not be printed in your book and will be spoken only one time. Example You will hear: A: What kind of movies do you like, Dora? B: I love thrillers. Do you like them, too? A: Well, no. I don’t like thrillers very much. But I like science-fiction films. You will also hear: What kind of movies does the woman like?

You will read: What kind of movies does the woman like? (A) Science fiction (B) Thrillers (C) Horror (D) Westerns

The woman says, “I love thrillers,” so (B) is the correct answer. You should circle answer (B).



7. Which sentence is true, according to the speakers?

(A) The weather is nicer this spring than it was last spring. (B) They’re having terrible weather this spring. (C) The weather last spring was nicer than it is this spring. (D) The weather has been beautiful for the past two springs.


(A) At the zoo (B) At the beach (C) On the street (D) At the park

9. Why don’t they understand the sign they see? (A) It has a red circle with a line through it. (B) They thought dogs weren’t allowed in the park. (C) The sign is in a foreign language. (D) There are no words on the sign.


2 READING (Part 6: Text Completion)

Directions: Read the text that follows. A word or phrase is missing in some of the sentences. Four answer choices are given below each of the sentences. Select the best answer to complete the text. Circle the letter (A), (B), (C), or (D). Example

I’m a student, and I ............. a part-time job. (A) make (B) am (C) have (D) do

The correct verb for this sentence is “have,” so (C) is the correct answer. You should circle answer (C).



To: All employeesRe: Safety rulesDate: February 2

Everyone ............. knows about the serious accident that occurred last week here at 10. (A) could (B) probably (C) might (D) may

Glenville Industries. In fact, you ............. all know about it, because the main office sent 11. (A) can (B) maybe (C) got to (D) must

out an e-mail to all of Glenville’s employees. It is ............. important to remember the 12. (A) definitely (B) possibly (C) probably (D) maybe

safety rules that all employees were given when you were hired. If you don’t follow them, you ............. put yourself and others in serious danger. Here are some reminders. 13. (A) maybe (B) must (C) could (D) can’t

• All employees ............. to wear a hard hat when entering a construction area. 14. (A) can (B) have got (C) must (D) might You ............. enter without one. 15. (A) aren’t allowed (B) can’t (C) ’re allowed (D) don’t have

• You ............. pay attention to the people and things around you. 16. (A) ’ve got to (B) ’re allowed to (C) can (D) might You ............. think about other things when you’re on the job. 17. (A) couldn’t (B) might not (C) don’t have to (D) can’t

Questions 10–17 refer to the following memo.


Review for Unit 6

1 LISTENING (Part 1: Photographs)

Directions: You will hear four statements about a picture in your book. When you hear the statements, you must select the one statement that best describes what you see in the picture. Circle your answer – (A), (B), (C), or (D). The statements will not be printed in your book and will be spoken only one time.

Example You will see:

You will hear: Now listen to the four statements. (A) He cares for patients. (B) He works in a fast-food place. (C) He serves passengers. (D) He builds houses.

Statement (C), “He serves passengers,” is the best description of the picture, so you should circle answer (C).



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2 READING (Part 7: Reading Comprehension)

Directions: You will read two articles. The articles are followed by several questions. Select the best answer for each question. Then circle the letter (A), (B), (C), or (D).

Questions 9–13 refer to the following article.

The Truth About LyingMost of us are taught to believe that lying is wrong. But it seems that everyone tells lies – well, not big lies, but what we call “white lies.” Telling white lies isn’t really that bad. Most of the time, people do it because they want to protect a friendship or someone’s feelings. Some studies suggest that the average person lies about seven times a day. Here are some ways and reasons why.

• Lying to hide something:People often lie because they want to hide something from someone. For example, a son doesn’t tell his parents that he’s dating a girl because he doesn’t think they’ll like her. Instead, he says he’s going out with his friends.

• Lying to make an excuse:Sometimes people lie because they don’t want to do something. For example, someone invites you to a party. You think it will be boring, so you say you’re busy.

• Lying to make someone feel good:Often we stretch the truth to make someone feel good. For example, your friend cooks dinner for you, but it tastes terrible. Do you say so? No. You probably say, “Mmm, this is delicious!”

• Lying to avoid sharing bad news:Sometimes we don’t want to tell someone bad news. For example, you have just had a very bad day at work, but you don’t want to talk about it. So if someone asks you about your day, you just say everything was fine.


9. For what reason do people lie most of the time?

(A) They don’t think lying is wrong. (B) They don’t care about the person they’re lying to. (C) They don’t want to hurt another person’s feelings. (D) The average person hardly ever tells lies.

10. Someone you don’t like invites you to a movie, so you say, “I’ve already seen it.” According to the article, what kind of lie is this?

(A) Lying to hide something (B) Lying to make an excuse (C) Lying to make someone feel good (D) Lying to avoid sharing bad news

11. You’re planning a surprise party for a friend. To get him to come over at the right time, you ask him to stop by to see your new motorcycle. According to the article, what kind of lie is this?


12. You lost your job and are having trouble finding a new one. When an old friend calls to find out how you are, you say you’re doing well. According to the article, what kind of lie is this?


13. Your friend gives you an ugly shirt for your birthday. You say, “I love it!” What kind of lie is this, according to the article?




Questions 14–16 refer to this article.

Body Language: What does it say?Much of what we say to others is communicated not only through words, but also through body language. This includes our posture, facial expressions, and gestures. Because body language plays such a significant role in communication, it’s important to know what your body is telling other people. If your words say one thing, but your body says another, the person you’re speaking to is more likely to believe the message your body is communicating. Here are some examples of body language and its meanings. (Note that these meanings are for North America. Interpretations may be a bit different in other cultures.)

A smile is usually a sign of friendliness and interest. However, some people smile just to be polite. To get another clue from people’s faces, notice how they use their eyes. Friendliness and interest are expressed when a person’s eyes meet you directly. It’s important to keep in mind, though, that making eye contact is considered extremely rude in other cultures. If someone looks away for a moment and then back again, the person is probably paying attention to what you’re saying. If this person continues to look away while you’re talking, he or she might not be interested – or could be shy. Looking to the side is common body language for someone who feels guilty about something. People also use hand gestures during a conversation to describe the size of something or the way someone acted. Finally, be aware that when someone keeps pointing at you while talking, it could mean the person is angry or feels superior in some way.

14. Which is not an example of body language?

(A) Raised shoulders (B) Tapping fingers (C) Long sentences (D) A wide smile

15. If someone you’re talking to looks away for a moment and then back again, what is he or she communicating, according to the article?

(A) He or she might not be interested in what you’re saying. (B) He or she is shy. (C) He or she is describing the way someone acted. (D) He or she is listening to what you’re saying.

16. According to the article, what could it mean when someone looks to the side during a conversation?

(A) The person feels bored. (B) The person is unfriendly. (C) The person feels guilty. (D) The person feels angry.

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